A cupola on a historic Helena landmark that towers over Last Chance Gulch will undergo some much-needed repair, thanks to its owner and a grant from the Montana Historical Foundation.
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Critical repairs at Fort Assinniboine see influx of financial support
Last updated 5/10/2021 at 11:40am
The Fort Assinniboine Preservation Association, has recently received a significant financial boost to its ongoing efforts to repair critical damage to the fort’s Officers’ Amusement Hall roof. A press release sent by Havre/Hill County Historic Preservation Commission Historic Preservation Officer Becki Miller, who has been assisting the association in its efforts, said the organization has now secured $87,000 for the project, but more will be needed to cover the $100,000 plus cost of the repairs before winter comes around again and further damage is inflicted. Fort Assinniboine Preservation Association Chair Ron VandenBoom said in an interview last month that he discovered the leaks two years ago and they potentially threaten to damage the last remaining painting in the building.